First-in-Human Study Begins for 4D Mammography System
The investigational system uses X-ray diffraction and AI to analyze the molecular composition of tissue, aiming to reduce unnecessary biopsies.
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FDA Grants Premarket Approval to Whole-Breast Ultrasound Tomography System
Delphinus Medical Technologies, Inc. announces that the U.S. FDA has granted premarket approval of its SoftVue 3D Whole Breast Ultrasound Tomography System for use as an adjunct to digital mammography in the screening of asymptomatic women with dense breast tissue.
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Major Trends in Mammography
This past June, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists released updated breast cancer screening recommendations, which were revised to emphasize “patient-provider shared decision-making” for average-risk women. In the following article, 24x7 Magazine explores what these changes mean for clinicians—and mammography equipment manufacturers.
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First-in-Human Study Begins for 4D Mammography System
The investigational system uses X-ray diffraction and AI to analyze the molecular composition of tissue, aiming to reduce unnecessary biopsies.
Vanguard Vendors
24×7 highlights a few of the device manufacturers, parts providers, and service teams that have helped build the biomedical equipment and service industry. This article will appear with 24×7’s June 2016 anniversary coverage.
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Breast Imaging: Screening and Beyond
Breast imaging increasingly relies on a range of imaging technologies beyond traditional mammography to enhance the presentation of dense breast tissue or to evaluate tissue invasiveness. RSTI President Dale Cover provides an overview of these supplemental imaging technologies and discusses their strengths and limitations.
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2D, 3D Digital Mammography Systems Receive CE Mark
Planmed has received the European CE mark for both its Planmed Clarity 2D full-field digital mammography system and its Planmed Clarity 3D digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) system. The latter product, in particular, is suited for patients with dense breasts, with Planmed’s tomosynthesis method improving image accuracy in this population.
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Direct Capture Mammography Detector Captures Images in Seconds
Varian Medical Systems’ PaxScan 3024M flat panel detector is designed for full-field digital mammography, and has a compact design with a narrow edge. Rapid image-acquisition capabilities enable capture of images close to the chest wall, producing results within seconds.
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Color Diagnostic Display Earns 510(k) Approval for Digital Mammography
The Totoku CCL550i2 color diagnostic display by JVC Kenwood is now available from Quest International Inc, a supplier of medical imaging display technologies. Features include a 5 megapixel high-bright, color LED-backlit LCD; 21.3-inch color TFT IPS technology display panel; and 1000 cd/m² maximum luminance.
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Breast Tomosynthesis Option for Mammography Platform Earns FDA Approval
Siemens Healthcare announced that the FDA cleared its Mammomat Inspiration with Tomosynthesis Option, an add-on to the company’s Mammomat Inspiration digital mammography platform that improves readability and reduces false-positives.
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Although they remain a minority in most HTM departments, the field offers women in biomedical engineering growing opportunities for fulfilling careers.
